Adrian Rawlins: Movies & Box Office
- films
- 21
- on screen
- 1988–2026
- box office
- $173M
- average score
- 66
- Born
- March 27, 1958 (age 68)
- Birthplace
- Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England
- Full name
- Adrian John Rawlins
- Citizenship
- England
- Occupations
- Actor
- Years active
- 1980-present
The Best Adrian Rawlins Movies
The highest-rated films Adrian Rawlins is credited on, by the Movie Echo Score that blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. Small Axe: Education (2020) scores highest, at 80. The full ranking adds the biggest box office hits and the most awarded films.
-
Movie Echo Score: Score 80 Small Axe: Education 2020 · Headmaster -
Movie Echo Score: Score 78 Darkest Hour 2017 · Air Chief Marshal Dowding -
Movie Echo Score: Score 75 Living 2022 · Middleton -
Movie Echo Score: Score 69 The Colour Room 2021 · John -
Movie Echo Score: Score 54 Tom Clancy’s Without Remorse 2021 · Action -
Movie Echo Score: Score 40 Susan Hill’s Ghost Story 2019 · Edward Merriman
Adrian Rawlins's Career in Numbers
Adrian Rawlins's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Adrian Rawlins works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from The Four Minute Mile (1988) to The Brink of War (2026), and the 2020s were the busiest decade.
Adrian Rawlins Movies by Decade
- 1980s 2
- 1990s 2
- 2000s 5
- 2010s 5
- 2020s 7
The 2020s were Adrian Rawlins's busiest decade, with 7 films.
Adrian Rawlins Movies by Genre
- Drama 11
- Tv movie 2
- Horror 2
- Crime 1
- Action 1
- Biography 1
- Mystery 1
- Comedy 1
- History 1
Drama is the genre Adrian Rawlins has worked in most, with 11 films, ahead of tv movie (2).
Adrian Rawlins Career Milestones
- First film
- The Four Minute Mile 1988
- Biggest box office hit
- Darkest Hour $151M worldwide
- Best-rated film
- Small Axe: Education Movie Echo Score 80
- Newest film
- The Brink of War 2026
Adrian Rawlins Filmography: Every Movie
Every film Adrian Rawlins is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 66. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.
- 2026
The Brink of War as Max Kampelman · Drama Worldwide box office: $5.05M - 2023
The Sixth Commandment as Ian Farquhar · Crime - 2022 Living as Middleton · Drama Worldwide box office: $12.4M Movie Echo Score: 75
- 2021 The Colour Room as John · Drama Worldwide box office: $33.7K Movie Echo Score: 69
- 2021 Tom Clancy’s Without Remorse Action Movie Echo Score: 54
- 2020 Small Axe: Education as Headmaster · Drama Movie Echo Score: 80
- 2020
Education as Headmaster Mr Evans · Drama - 2019 Susan Hill’s Ghost Story as Edward Merriman · Tv movie Movie Echo Score: 40
- 2019
Chernobyl as Nikolai Fomin · Drama - 2017 Darkest Hour as Air Chief Marshal Dowding · Biography Worldwide box office: $151M Movie Echo Score: 78
- 2017
The White Princess as John de la Pole · Drama - 2014
Glue as DCI Simson · Mystery - 2007
The Old Curiosity Shop as Jacob · Drama - 2007
Clapham Junction as Peter · Drama - 2005
Ahead of the Class as Tony Mackersie · Tv movie - 2004
Wilbur Wants to Kill Himself Drama - 2000
Blood Horror - 1996
Different for Girls as Mike · Comedy Worldwide box office: $301K - 1990
Mountains of the Moon as Edward · Drama Worldwide box office: $4.01M - 1989
The Woman in Black as Arthur Kidd · Horror - 1988
The Four Minute Mile as Chris Chataway · History
Who Is Adrian Rawlins?
Adrian Rawlins was born in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England in 1958 and is 68 years old. Credited on films since 1988, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.
Adrian John Rawlins, best known for his roles in The Woman in Black and the Harry Potter series, is an established English actor born on 27 March 1958 in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. Son to Edward Rawlins, a market trader, and Mavis Leese, his refined acting career spans over four decades, beginning in 1980. Over this period, his profound acting prowess has seen him star and appear in numerous films and television roles, notably in the Harry Potter film series as Harry Potter's father, James Potter.
Rawlins holds an unwavering dedication to his craft. His educational background revolves around his love for performing arts, having studied art and acting at Manchester Metropolitan University. His stellar performance in the critically acclaimed miniseries, Chernobyl in 2019 further solidifies his place in the industry. Beyond the screen, Rawlins shows remarkable commitment to the acting community. Since 2014, he has volunteered at the East Riding Theatre in the East Riding of Yorkshire, assuming the role of artistic director in 2017. Rawlins also marked his place in popular culture by starring in various video games and earning several award nominations. His dynamic and decades-long career underscores his talent and passion for his craft.
Who Adrian Rawlins Makes Movies With
The actors and directors Adrian Rawlins shares the most films with. Jo Martin comes first, with 2 films together, followed by Kerry Fox (2).
Adrian Rawlins: Questions & Answers
How many movies Adrian Rawlins has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.
How many movies has Adrian Rawlins been in?
Adrian Rawlins is credited on 21 films, from 1988 to 2026. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.
What is Adrian Rawlins's highest-grossing movie?
Darkest Hour (2017) is Adrian Rawlins's biggest box office hit, with $151M worldwide, ahead of Living (2022) ($12.4M). Across every film with box office figures, Adrian Rawlins's movies have made $173M.
Adrian Rawlins's biggest hits What is the best Adrian Rawlins movie?
By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Adrian Rawlins's best-rated film is Small Axe: Education (2020) with a score of 80, followed by Darkest Hour (2017) (78).
Best Adrian Rawlins movies, ranked How old is Adrian Rawlins?
Adrian Rawlins is 68 years old, born on March 27, 1958 in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England.
What is Adrian Rawlins's newest movie?
The most recent film on Adrian Rawlins's filmography is The Brink of War (2026), in the role of Max Kampelman.
Who does Adrian Rawlins work with most often?
Adrian Rawlins shares the most films with Jo Martin (2 films), Kerry Fox (2 films) and Josette Simon (2 films).
The Best Adrian Rawlins Movies, Ranked
Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 21 credits.
Coming soon to your phone
The Plot Explained Movie Summary App
From blockbusters to hidden gems: plot summaries, endings explained and timelines on your phone. Save your favorites and never miss a twist again.
Be the first to know when it launches. Your email stays private, always. Learn more about the app
